Monthly Archives: March 2025
Tariffs on China increase to 20%, while potential confusion surrounds those on Canada and Mexico.
Written on March 4, 2025 at 2:35 pm, by anakin
Tariffs on China increase to 20%, while Canada and Mexico face 25% tariffs under national security measures.
In the fourth quarter, South Africa’s GDP rose to 0.6% from a decline of -0.3%.
Written on March 4, 2025 at 2:11 pm, by anakin
South Africa’s GDP grew 0.6% in Q4, USD weakened, gold surged, crypto declined, and US imposed tariffs.
China expresses willingness to address US tariff concerns through dialogue, emphasising mutual trade benefits and respect.
Written on March 4, 2025 at 2:05 pm, by anakin
China aims for dialogue on tariffs, advocating WTO rules, rejecting threats, and defending sovereignty while seeking consultation.
In the fourth quarter, South Africa’s year-on-year GDP rose from 0.3% to 0.9%.
Written on March 4, 2025 at 1:41 pm, by anakin
South Africa’s GDP grew to 0.9% in Q4, improving from 0.3%, reflecting economic recovery and progress.
USD/JPY fell below 149.00 amid news of impending tariffs and trade tensions.
Written on March 4, 2025 at 1:35 pm, by anakin
USD/JPY slipped below 149.00 as tariffs escalated; China, Canada responded; RBA cautious on rate cuts.
Cocoa prices are falling sharply, reaching their lowest point since November, due to reduced supply concerns.
Written on March 4, 2025 at 1:11 pm, by anakin
Cocoa prices decline as supply surplus expected; wheat harvest rises 31% due to gains in Australia.
Japan’s Prime Minister Ishiba states he will not pursue currency devaluation and lacks communication with Trump.
Written on March 4, 2025 at 1:05 pm, by anakin
Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba denies currency devaluation, no official communication from Trump on forex policy.
The S&P Global Manufacturing PMI for Greece decreased to 52.6, falling from 52.8 previously.
Written on March 4, 2025 at 12:41 pm, by anakin
Greece’s PMI fell, EUR/USD rose, gold surged, Bitcoin dropped, and US tariffs hit Canada, Mexico, and China.
Japan’s Prime Minister Ishiba confirms no intention to devalue currency and hasn’t spoken to Trump.
Written on March 4, 2025 at 12:35 pm, by anakin
Japan’s PM Ishiba denies currency devaluation, emphasizing monetary policy aims at combating deflation, not weakening yen.
The Swedish krona excels against G10 currencies, reflecting positive European sentiment towards a Ukraine-Russia peace.
Written on March 4, 2025 at 12:11 pm, by anakin
Swedish krona strengthens on optimism over a Ukraine-Russia peace deal and EU spending, though risks remain.